Executive Director – Monroe, NC

About the role

The Monroe (NC) Housing Authority (MHA) seeks an Executive Director to lead an organization with a budget of $4.8 million and a staff of 12 employees. MHA administers 325 Housing Choice Vouchers and 173 units of Public Housing which have been approved for Section 22 streamline voluntary conversion (PBV) and 33 RAD PBV units. The agency is considered a HUD High-Performer. The Housing Authority Board consists of 7 members.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage public housing or nonprofit / for-profit affordable housing programs
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Develop and implement strategies to improve housing quality and affordability
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the organization
• Represent the agency in community meetings and forums
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of housing programs

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline preferably in business administration, public administration, urban planning, public finance, or a closely related field
• A Master’s degree in similar fields is preferred
• Four years of experience in the administration or management of public housing or nonprofit / for-profit affordable housing

Qualifications

The candidate must possess excellent leadership skills, strong communication abilities, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with housing policy and regulations are required. Experience with HUD programs and community development initiatives is preferred.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with housing policy and regulations
• Experience with HUD programs and community development initiatives

Benefits

The selected candidate will be expected to reside in the metropolitan area. The agency offers a competitive compensation package, including a salary range of $101,388 to $121,062, based on qualifications and salary history.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $101,388 to $121,062.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and will depend on the needs of the agency.

Contact Information

To apply, please submit a one-page cover letter, a two-page resume that includes salary expectations, and a one-page listing of three professional references (preferably one former or current Board member, one former or current peer in the industry, and one former or current community stakeholder) to both Stan Quy, President / Principal of The Organizational Leadership Edge at Squy@cox.net and Jessica Quy, TOLE Administrative Assistant at jessicaquy79@gmail.com. The position is open until filled. Highly qualified candidates will be interviewed soon after the receipt of an application.